Accuquilt GO! Square-7-1/2in (7in Finished) Geometric Die

GO! Square-7-1/2" (7" Finished) Die

Squares are the building blocks for quilts, and this die is here to enhance your designs with ease. It's the perfect creative partner for the GO! Drunkard's Path 3 1/2" Finished and 7" Finished Dies. You can also think bigger and match it up with the GO! Prairie Star 14" Finished Die to really make it shine.

AQ Cutting Mat Required: GO! Cutting Mat, 10 in. x 10 in. (25.4 cm x 25.4 cm)

Compatible with the following cutters:

GO!

GO! Big Electric

Studio 2

How to Die Cut 7 1/2" Squares:

For best cutting results, position fabric on the lengthwise grain (straight of grain) as it goes under the roller.

• Cut 8" strips across the width of fabric. Fanfold into 8" widths. Place on selected blade and cut. Cut 5 squares across the width of the fabric. One yard of 40" wide fabric-cuts 20 squares.

Dimensions:

• Cut Size: 7 1/2"W x 7 1/2"H Cut (19.1 cm x 19.1 cm)
• Finished Size: 7"W x 7"H Finished (17.8 cm x 17.8 cm)
• Die Board Size: 10 in. x 10 in. (25.4 cm x 25.4 cm)

Why Quilters Love the GO! 7 1/2" Square Die:

• Quilters love 7 1/2" squares because there are so many 7" and 14" block patterns available to choose from.
• The GO! Square-7 1/2" die is the perfect size to cut your own squares with your favorite fabrics or out of fabric pieces from your stash.
• GO! Square-7 1/2" includes 1/4" seam allowances for easy alignment and piecing.
• Quilt tops come together quickly and easily making GO! Square-7 1/2" is a great beginner piecing shape and for making simple square quilts for charity.
• Use GO! Square-7 1/2" to cut applique background squares that are all the same size!
• GO! Square-7 1/2" is a great choice if you want to show off some of your favorite large print or focal fabrics.
• Cut squares out of a variety of fabrics: cotton, batiks, wool, felt, flannel, fleece, Cuddle fabrics, and more!
• A great way to use up scraps.
• Free pattern downloads are available to get you started.
• Layer Cake and Fat Quarter-friendly.

AccuQuilt Benefits:

• Cut so much more fabric in less time.
• Get accurate cuts every time -- No slipping rulers or mistakes
• Easiest to use -- Simply place die on cutter, then fabric and cutting mat on top
• Save fabric with Two Tone Foam -- Get more out of your fabric by placing it only over the shape you want to cut.
• Safe to use -- No blades come anywhere near your fingers

Die Tips:

• With some fabrics, after cutting, a thread or two will remain where die blades meet. Snip threads with scissors.
• Blades on some dies are positioned at an angle. Align fabric to edge of shape, not edge of die board.
• Use good quality fabric to reduce fabric stretch.
• It's always a good idea to test cut one shape before cutting many shapes to ensure fabric orientation is correct.

Downloads

Cutting tips for Go! Dies

Cutting Equivalents Chart

Die Compatibility Chart

Fabric Reference Chart